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Michael Kelley

Case from Orange, CA dated Dec 19, 1997

Victim Details

Michael Kelley

Male

Orange

CA

1997-12-19

49

Michael

Kelley

07/17/2026

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Michael Kelley, aged 49, tragically lost his life on December 19, 1997, in Orange, California. The incident occurred during a shooting at a CalTrans yard, where Kelley was one of the four employees killed by Arturo Torres. The shooting was a shocking event for the local community and received significant media coverage at the time. Torres, who was responsible for the deaths, also wounded an Orange Police officer during the incident. The attack left a lasting impact on the families and friends of ...
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  • Dismissed Worker Kills 4 and Then Is Slain (Published 1997)
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    I’ve been thinking a lot about the impact of that terrible day at the CalTrans yard back in ‘97.... ...Read More
    01/25/2025
    It's been over two decades since the horrific events at the CalTrans yard, and my thoughts are with ... ...Read More
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    I came across this case again recently and it made me reflect on the importance of workplace safety,... ...Read More
    08/12/2023
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